# 0041

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER

1.1 Product identifier
Product name NITROGEN, COMPRESSED (NZ)
Synonyms 0041 - SDS NUMBER ● COMPRESSED NITROGEN ● PRODUCT CODES: 016, 025, 129, 152, 153, 158,
83416

1.2 Uses and uses advised against

Uses CALIBRATION ● FOOD INDUSTRY ● INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS

1.3 Details of the supplier of the product

Supplier name BOC LIMITED (NEW ZEALAND)
Address 988 Great South Road, Penrose, Auckland, NEW ZEALAND
Telephone +64 9 525 5600
Email customer.servicenz@boc.com
Website http://www.boc.co.nz

1.4 Emergency telephone numbers

Emergency 0800 111 333 (NZ only)

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO NZ ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AUTHORITY CRITERIA
Physical Hazards
Gases Under Pressure: Compressed gas

Health Hazards
Not classified as a Health Hazard

Environmental Hazards
Not classified as an Environmental Hazard

2.2 GHS Label elements

Signal word WARNING
Pictograms

Hazard statements
H280 Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
Prevention statements
None allocated.

Response statements
None allocated.

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Storage statements
P403 Store in a well-ventilated place.
Disposal statements
None allocated.

2.3 Other hazards

No information provided.

3. COMPOSITION/ INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

3.1 Substances / Mixtures
Ingredient CAS Number EC Number Content (v/v)
NITROGEN 7727-37-9 231-783-9 >99.99%

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1 Description of first aid measures
Eye Adverse effects not expected from this product.
Inhalation If inhaled, remove from contaminated area. To protect rescuer, use an Air-line respirator or Self Contained
Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). Apply artificial respiration if not breathing. Give oxygen if available.
Skin Adverse effects not expected from this product.
Ingestion Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure.
First aid facilities None allocated.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
In high concentrations may cause asphyxiation. Symptoms may include loss of mobility / consciousness. Victim may not be aware of
asphyxiation.

4.3 Immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Treat symptomatically.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

5.1 Extinguishing media
Use water fog to cool containers from protected area.

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Non flammable.

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Temperatures in a fire may cause cylinders to rupture. Cool cylinders or containers exposed to fire by applying water from a protected
location. Remove cool cylinders from the path of the fire. Evacuate the area if unable to keep cylinders cool. Do not approach
cylinders or containers suspected of being hot.

5.4 Hazchem code

2T
2 Fine Water Spray.
T Wear full fire kit and breathing apparatus. Dilute spill and run-off.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
If the cylinder is leaking, evacuate area of personnel. Inform manufacturer/supplier of leak. Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
as detailed in Section 8 of the SDS.

6.2 Environmental precautions

Prevent from entering sewers, basements and workpits, or any place where its accumulation can be dangerous.

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6.3 Methods of cleaning up

Carefully move material to a well ventilated remote area, then allow to discharge if safe to do so. Do not attempt to repair leaking valve
or cylinder safety devices.

6.4 Reference to other sections

See Sections 8 and 13 for exposure controls and disposal.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Use of safe work practices are recommended to avoid inhalation. Do not drag, drop, slide or roll cylinders. The uncontrolled release of
a gas under pressure may cause physical harm. Use a suitable hand truck for cylinder movement.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Do not store near incompatible materials. Cylinders should be stored below 65°C in a secure area, upright and restrained to prevent
cylinders from falling. Cylinders should also be stored in a dry, well ventilated area constructed of non-combustible material with firm
level floor (preferably concrete), away from areas of heavy traffic and emergency exits.

7.3 Specific end uses

No information provided.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1 Control parameters
Exposure standards
TWA STEL
Ingredient Reference
ppm mg/m³ ppm mg/m³
Nitrogen WES [NZ] Asphyxiant

Biological limits
No biological limit values have been entered for this product.

8.2 Exposure controls

Engineering controls Avoid inhalation. Use in well ventilated areas. Where an inhalation risk exists, mechanical extraction
ventilation is recommended.

PPE
Eye / Face Wear safety glasses.
Hands Wear leather gloves.
Body Wear safety boots.
Respiratory Where an inhalation risk exists, wear Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) or an Air-line respirator.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance COLOURLESS GAS
Odour ODOURLESS
Flammability NON FLAMMABLE
Flash point NOT RELEVANT
Boiling point -195.8°C
Melting point -210°C
Evaporation rate NOT APPLICABLE
pH NOT APPLICABLE
Vapour density NOT AVAILABLE
Relative density NOT APPLICABLE

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9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Solubility (water) 0.0149 cm³/cm³
Vapour pressure NOT AVAILABLE
Upper explosion limit NOT RELEVANT
Lower explosion limit NOT RELEVANT
Partition coefficient NOT AVAILABLE
Autoignition temperature NOT AVAILABLE
Decomposition temperature NOT AVAILABLE
Viscosity NOT AVAILABLE
Explosive properties NOT AVAILABLE
Oxidising properties NOT AVAILABLE
Odour threshold NOT AVAILABLE
9.2 Other information
% Volatiles 100 %

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1 Reactivity
Unreactive under normal conditions.

10.2 Chemical stability

Stable under recommended conditions of storage.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Polymerization will not occur.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Avoid heat, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Compatible with most commonly used materials. Avoid heating cylinders.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

May evolve nitrogen oxides when strongly heated.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
Skin Not classified as a skin irritant.
Eye Not classified as an eye irritant.
Sensitisation Not classified as causing skin or respiratory sensitisation.
Mutagenicity Not classified as a mutagen.
Carcinogenicity Not classified as a carcinogen.
Reproductive Not classified as a reproductive toxin.
STOT - single Asphyxiant. Effects are proportional to oxygen displacement. Over exposure may result in dizziness,
exposure drowsiness, weakness, fatigue, breathing difficulties and unconsciousness.
STOT - repeated Not classified as causing organ damage from repeated exposure.
exposure
Aspiration Not classified as causing aspiration.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

12.1 Toxicity
No ecological damage caused by this product. Nitrogen is the major component of the atmosphere (78 % v/v). It is a fairly unreactive
gas and will not contribute to ozone depletion or global warming. If released to soil or water, nitrogen will quickly disperse to the
atmosphere. Not toxic to plants or animals except at extremely high (asphyxiating) levels.

12.2 Persistence and degradability

Nitrogen occurs naturally in the atmosphere. The gas will be dissipated rapidly in well-ventilated areas.

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12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Not applicable.

12.4 Mobility in soil

The substance is a gas, not applicable.

12.5 Other adverse effects

No information provided.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Waste disposal Cylinders should be returned to the manufacturer or supplier for disposal of contents.
Legislation Dispose of in accordance with relevant local legislation.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

CLASSIFIED AS A DANGEROUS GOOD ACCORDING TO LAND TRANSPORT RULE: DANGEROUS GOODS 2005; NZS
5433:2012, UN, IMDG OR IATA

LAND TRANSPORT (NZS 5433) SEA TRANSPORT (IMDG / IMO) AIR TRANSPORT (IATA / ICAO)

14.1 UN Number 1066 1066 1066

14.2 Proper NITROGEN, COMPRESSED NITROGEN, COMPRESSED NITROGEN, COMPRESSED
Shipping Name

14.3 Transport 2.2 2.2 2.2

hazard class
14.4 Packing Group None allocated. None allocated. None allocated.
14.5 Environmental hazards
No information provided.
14.6 Special precautions for user
Hazchem code 2T
EmS F-C, S-V
Other information Ensure cylinder is separated from driver and that outlet of relief device is not obstructed.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Approval code Not required
Group standard Not required
Inventory listings NEW ZEALAND: NZIoC (New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals)
All components are listed on the NZIoC inventory, or are exempt.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Additional information

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This product is used for flow testing, gauge calibration, plastic forming, powering air tools, metal
degassing, pipeline testing, pressure testing cables and generators, recoil systems, hydraulic
systems (cushions), aircraft tyres and the handling and transfer of flammable liquids. To prevent the
undesirable presence of oxygen, nitrogen is valuable in furnances, metal plating and tinning,
chemical processing, packaging, wine making, paint and varnish manufacture, tube manufacture,
packaging and preserving rubber products, and optics. Nitrogen gas is used as a purging medium in
drying refrigeration systems, catalytic towers in refineries, chemical processing, electronic tube and
light bulk manufacture.

APPLICATION METHOD: Gas regulator of suitable pressure and flow rating fitted to cylinder or
manifold with low pressure gas distribution to equipment.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT GUIDELINES:

The recommendation for protective equipment contained within this report is provided as a guide
only. Factors such as form of product, method of application, working environment, quantity used,
product concentration and the availability of engineering controls should be considered before final
selection of personal protective equipment is made.

HEALTH EFFECTS FROM EXPOSURE:

It should be noted that the effects from exposure to this product will depend on several factors
including: form of product; frequency and duration of use; quantity used; effectiveness of control
measures; protective equipment used and method of application. Given that it is impractical to
prepare a report which would encompass all possible scenarios, it is anticipated that users will
assess the risks and apply control methods where appropriate.

Abbreviations ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists

CAS # Chemical Abstract Service number - used to uniquely identify chemical compounds
CCID Chemical Classification and Information Database (HSNO)
CNS Central Nervous System
EC No. EC No - European Community Number
EMS Emergency Schedules (Emergency Procedures for Ships Carrying Dangerous
Goods)
EPA Environmental Protection Authority [New Zealand]
GHS Globally Harmonized System
HSNO Hazardous Substances and New Organisms
IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer
LC50 Lethal Concentration, 50% / Median Lethal Concentration
LD50 Lethal Dose, 50% / Median Lethal Dose
mg/m³ Milligrams per Cubic Metre
OEL Occupational Exposure Limit
pH relates to hydrogen ion concentration using a scale of 0 (high acidic) to 14 (highly
alkaline).
ppm Parts Per Million
STEL Short-Term Exposure Limit
STOT-RE Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
STOT-SE Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
TLV Threshold Limit Value
TWA Time Weighted Average

Report status This document has been compiled by RMT on behalf of the manufacturer, importer or supplier of the
product and serves as their Safety Data Sheet ('SDS').
It is based on information concerning the product which has been provided to RMT by the
manufacturer, importer or supplier or obtained from third party sources and is believed to represent
the current state of knowledge as to the appropriate safety and handling precautions for the product
at the time of issue. Further clarification regarding any aspect of the product should be obtained
directly from the manufacturer, importer or supplier.
While RMT has taken all due care to include accurate and up-to-date information in this SDS, it does
not provide any warranty as to accuracy or completeness. As far as lawfully possible, RMT accepts
no liability for any loss, injury or damage (including consequential loss) which may be suffered or
incurred by any person as a consequence of their reliance on the information contained in this SDS.

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